Reference

Judges 9:13

Permissible Use (Moderation)Symbolic / Non-Fermented Wine
“And the vine said unto them, Should I leave my wine, which cheereth God and man, and go to be promoted over the trees?”
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But the fig tree said unto them, Should I forsake my sweetness, and my good fruit, and go to be promoted over the trees?

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Then said the trees unto the vine, Come thou, and reign over us.

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And the vine said unto them, Should I leave my wine, which cheereth God and man, and go to be promoted over the trees?

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Then said all the trees unto the bramble, Come thou, and reign over us.

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And the bramble said unto the trees, If in truth ye anoint me king over you, then come and put your trust in my shadow: and if not, let fire come out of the bramble, and devour the cedars of Lebanon.

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Permissible Use (Moderation)
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Symbolic / Non-Fermented Wine
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Counter-Arguments

The strongest case that this verse does not belong in this theme.

Permissible Use (Moderation)

The verse does not explicitly state "permissible use (moderation)" or "blessing, gift, or acceptable part of life when used properly." It describes wine as something that "cheereth God and man," which implies a positive effect, but it doesn't define the parameters of its use. One could argue that "cheereth God" is a metaphorical or poetic expression rather than a direct endorsement of consumption.

Symbolic / Non-Fermented Wine

The verse refers to "wine" (yayin in Hebrew) which is the standard biblical term for fermented grape product. The symbolic nature of the vine's speech does not inherently change the meaning of the word "wine" itself to imply a non-fermented beverage.

Permissible Use (Moderation)
Permissible Use (Moderation)

Cross-References

Psalms 104:15Thematic

“And wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to shine, and bread which strengtheneth man’s heart.”

Numbers 15:5Thematic

“And the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering shalt thou prepare with the burnt offering or sacrifice, for one lamb.”

Luke 22:18Thematic

“For I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come.”

Ecclesiastes 10:19Thematic

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things.”

Numbers 15:5Thematic

“And the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering shalt thou prepare with the burnt offering or sacrifice, for one lamb.”

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Thematic Connections

Permissible Use (Moderation)Symbolic / Non-Fermented Wine

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